Sure, let's solve this question step-by-step.
1. Determine the distances traveled:
- The object travels 16 meters in the first part of the journey.
- The object travels another 16 meters in the second part of the journey.
2. Calculate the total distance traveled:
- The total distance is the sum of the distances traveled in each part of the journey.
- Total distance = 16 meters + 16 meters = 32 meters.
3. Determine the times taken:
- The time taken to travel the first 16 meters is 4 seconds.
- The time taken to travel the next 16 meters is 2 seconds.
4. Calculate the total time taken:
- The total time is the sum of the times taken for each part of the journey.
- Total time = 4 seconds + 2 seconds = 6 seconds.
5. Calculate the average speed:
- The average speed is the total distance traveled divided by the total time taken.
- Average speed = Total distance / Total time = 32 meters / 6 seconds.
Thus, the average speed of the object is approximately 5.33 meters per second.
